Tips for Managing Menstrual Pain and Discomfort

1. Avoid eating raw and cold vegetables, fruits, and ice-cold drinks.

Eating raw and cold food slows down blood circulation, affecting uterine contractions and menstrual blood flow, leading to menstrual pain.

2. Avoid drinking strong tea and coffee.

These beverages contain high levels of caffeine, which can stimulate the nerves and cardiovascular system, causing symptoms such as menstrual pain, prolonged periods, and excessive menstrual bleeding.

3. Avoid having sexual intercourse.

During menstruation, the uterine lining sheds, creating a wound surface. Engaging in sexual intercourse during this time can introduce bacteria, allowing them to travel upwards into the uterus and cause infection.

4. Avoid eating seafood.

Most seafood is considered "yin within yang" and should be consumed in moderation or avoided when the body is weak. After entering the esophagus, cold seafood causes the blood vessels in the stomach and intestines to contract, weakening their digestive ability and leading to diarrhea and other symptoms. Therefore, women should avoid consuming seafood during menstruation.

5. Avoid engaging in intense physical activities.

Activities such as high jumps, long jumps, sprints, and football can induce or worsen overall discomfort during menstruation, even causing dysmenorrhea and menstrual irregularities. Strength exercises that increase abdominal pressure, such as weightlifting, should also be avoided as they can result in excessive menstrual bleeding or prolonged periods. Additionally, since the cervix is slightly open during menstruation, it is easier for bacteria to enter the uterus, increasing the risk of infection. Therefore, swimming should be avoided during menstruation. Competing during menstruation should also be avoided to prevent menstrual disorders caused by excessive mental stress and hormonal imbalance.

6. Avoid wearing tight pants.

Tight pants with a small hip circumference can put pressure on local microvessels, affecting blood circulation and causing congestion and swelling in the genital area.

7. Avoid consuming overly salty foods.

Excessive salt consumption can cause the body to retain more salt and water, leading to symptoms such as headache, emotional agitation, and irritability before menstruation.

8. Avoid taking sitz baths.

During menstruation, the cervix is slightly open, and taking sitz baths can easily introduce contaminated water into the uterine cavity, leading to inflammation.

9. Avoid excessive pounding or tapping on the lower back.

Although lower back pain is common during menstruation, randomly pounding or tapping on the lower back can further congest the pelvic cavity, resulting in excessive menstrual bleeding or prolonged periods.